New Year's Eve celebrations planned across Texas

DALLAS (AP) — As many as 35,000 people were expected to descend on the area around the American Airlines Center in Dallas on New Year’s Eve for the fifth annual Big D NYE party.

Four bands were scheduled to play on two stages, and a fireworks display was set for midnight.

Meanwhile, more than 25,000 were anticipated at Houston’s downtown New Year’s Eve party, headlined by country singer Delbert McClinton and featuring a 3D light show.

Austin city officials planned a family-friendly celebration at Auditorium Shores ending with fireworks at 10 p.m. Events were to include a food court, a wordless comedy play and a meditative installation where visitors could reflect on the new year.

Celebrate San Antonio gave partiers the option of enjoying entertainment on six stages and fireworks at midnight.